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In part one, we discussed how important a comprehensive construction contract is for ensuring that an owner can fund a project through to completion. Below, we will continue by discussing […]

There are a myriad of tools that a contractor can utilize to secure payment from a fraudulent owner. The mechanic’s lien, in particular, is incredibly useful in this regard, but

Effective October 1, 2019, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (“OSHA”) revised its weighting system, moving from the Enforcement Weighting System (“EWS”) to the new OSHA Weighting System (“OWS”). OSHA

At Cotney Attorneys & Consultants, our Ft. Myers construction lawyers represent contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and design professionals in disputes relating to public and private projects. We fight for the industry

Take a second to think about the iconic duos throughout history. There’s Joe Montana and Jerry Rice, Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen, Sonny and Cher…the list goes on and on.

Unfortunately, the word “fraud” is commonly associated with workers’ compensation claims. This is because fraudulent insurance claims collectively cost businesses billions of dollars annually and can take on many different

In order to establish a successful organization, construction firms need to develop a plan, hire great employees, complete projects on time, and avoid disputes. When construction businesses partner with a

Throughout this six-part series, the Lakeland construction attorneys at Cotney Attorneys & Consultants have discussed many topics related to workplace discrimination. In this final part, our attorneys will offer construction

Construction employers must do everything in their power to ensure that their workplace is safe and productive. Of equal importance is the need to make certain that employment practices are

Just like a jobsite needs to have practices in place to ensure everyone remains safe, construction businesses need to have policies in place to ensure that their workplaces remain discrimination-free.